Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM ET {1600 – 2200 UTC} Live from Manchester, New Hampshire

Join Boston Virtual ARTCC for the longest-standing live event on VATSIM as we celebrate the 27th Annual Boston Tea Party! Our controllers will gather in person to staff as many ZBW facilities as possible, delivering top-tier ATC across the entire Boston ARTCC airspace.

Full staffing of ZBW and major airports throughout the event window ending promptly at 6pm ET! Tea Party Pilot Poker Run – Fly as many legs as you can to collect poker hands with a chance to win great prizes from our flight simulation sponsors! Whether you’re flying in or just connecting for the event

Featured Airports:

KBOS – Boston Logan International KMHT – Manchester-Boston Regional KBDL – Bradley International KPVD – Rhode Island T.F. Green International Additional airports including KBGR, KPWM, KSYR, and more!

This is a premier VATSIM event with heavy traffic expected and excellent controlling from the Boston Virtual ARTCC. Whether you’re a pilot looking for a fun themed flight or just want to enjoy great ATC, the 2026 Boston Tea Party is the place to be!

Full Poker Run details and prizes can be found here.

See you in Boston Center airspace on August 1st!

Join us for vZOA's annual live event! Bring your planes big and small into the bay, with SFO, OAK, SJC and SMF looking to welcome you. Hope to see you join us in the skys!

Airports: KSFO, KOAK, KSJC, KSMF

Date/Time: August 01, 4-8 PM PDT Date/Time (zulu): August 01, 2300z - 0300z

Think you’ve got what it takes to handle complex airspace and high-traffic operations? Elite Wings is here to put your skills to the test!

This event is designed for experienced pilots who want a real challenge. We’re talking busy frequencies, complex procedures, and ATC coverage from gate to gate. If you’re used to flying in quieter airspace, get ready—this will be a whole different level.

On 2 August, starting at 1700 UTC, you’ll depart from KMIA (Miami) and head to MMMX (Mexico City), navigating your way from The Magic City to the Heart of Mexico. This isn’t just a flight—it’s an experience. To maintain a structured and realistic flow of traffic, slot booking is mandatory. Make sure to reserve your departure time here (https://booking.vatsim.net) in advance so you can participate. Bring your A-game, because controllers will expect you to be sharp with procedures and quick with readbacks. If you're ready for a realistic, high-traffic challenge, this is the event for you. The skies are waiting—are you up for it?

Join us for "A Wednesday Night in Charm City" on August 5th, 2026, as we put the spotlight on Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): Maryland's busiest aviation gateway and a major hub serving the DC-Baltimore corridor. From 2300z to 0300z, pilots can experience the full spectrum of operations at this bustling field, from regional jets to widebody heavies.

This is your chance to experience BWI fully staffed, a rare treat for an airport that sees a diverse mix of domestic and international traffic. Whether you're inbound from across the pond, heading down to the shore, or just passing through, come show some love to Maryland's premier aviation hub. So grab your crab cakes, file your flight plan, and get ready for a Wednesday night that's anything but crabby in Charm City!